Health

ACC recognised in the Spirit of Service Awards

ACC is a finalist in Te Hāpai Hapori, the Spirit of Service Awards, for their work with the Rongoā Māori Service. Run by Te Kawa Mataaho Public Service... Read More

Measures to combat rise in whooping cough cases

In light of the recent increase in whooping cough (pertussis) cases, proactive measures to protect the health of Tauranga the community. According to Te Whatu... Read More

Waipuna Hospice announces CEO resignation

After 16 years at the helm, Richard Thurlow has decided the time is right to resign from his chief executive position at Waipuna Hospice. Waipuna's director... Read More

Fallout from Health NZ Te Whatu Ora's budget woes

The financial situation of Health New Zealand is the government's responsibility, Labour says. The coalition government announced Monday it would be replacing... Read More

City's first Māori ward councillor in hospital

Tauranga's newly elected Māori ward councillor Mikaere Sydney is currently in hospital. Tauranga City Council had its first election in five years on Saturday... Read More

Mullets for mental health

Ever needed an excuse to grow out those luscious locks into a glorious mullet? Well, Greerton volunteer firefighter Aaron Moore has some news for you. Mullets... Read More

Recall warnings over sesame seeds

In its third recall notice in four days, the Ministry of Primary Industries has included My Food Bag products, Papamoa Spice King brand sesame seeds and Binn... Read More

An unforgettable fabulous fundraising luncheon

Step into a world of vibrant colour and elegance at our upcoming fundraising luncheon, ‘Shimmy into Rio' proudly presented by Althorp Village and Breast... Read More

25 Years of Hato Hone St John Health Shuttles

Locals who have volunteered their time to drive free health shuttles for Hato Hone St John will be part of a celebration this weekend. An afternoon tea is... Read More

Further sesame seed recalls due to Salmonella fear

Following Friday's recall of imported sesame seeds, New Zealand Food Safety is supporting further recalls of sesame seed products due to the possible presence... Read More

Pharmac director quits over Treaty directive

Pharmac director Dr Anthony Jordan has quit over the government's Treaty directive, the Pharmac Minister's office says. Associate Health Minister... Read More

Minister order tax cut on heated tobacco products

Associate Health Minister Casey Costello has cut the excise tax on Heated Tobacco Products (HTPs), as she aims to make them more attractive as an alternative... Read More